More than 80 runners enjoyed nearly perfect conditions at the Newspaper Rock 10K race on October 10 in spectacular Indian Creek canyon.

Overall winner of the 10K race, which begins at Newspaper Rock and finishes at the Dugout Ranch, is Tyler Bird. Bird covered the 6.2 mile course in 35:04, which is the second fastest time in the nine year history of the race.

The fastest time ever for the course is 34:38, set last year by Tyler. His time this year ties the second fastest time of 35:04, set by Taylor Francom in 2008.

Finishing second is Kade Francom in 38:49, followed by Roger Stash in 39:17.

Organizations who offer support include a host of volunteers, the Utah Department of Transportation, San Juan County Fair, Utah Highway Patrol, Dugout Ranch, San Juan County Sheriff’s Office, the Scott Burton family and the Monticello High School Cross Country team.

“We just about had to cancel the race this year because of a last minute problem, but everyone came together to havea great race,” said Bill Boyle of the San Juan Record. “Of course, the canyon always comes through. What a breathtaking place!”

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